SWIFT/BIC code BNGRGRAAXXX
BNGRGRAAXXX belongs to Bank of Greece in Athens, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNGRGRAAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNGRGRAA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Greece |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Athens |
| Country | Greece |
The way the Bank of Greece SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNGR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind BIC BNGRGRAAXXX?
BNGRGRAAXXX identifies the main office of Bank of Greece in Athens, Greece. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Greece.
Are BNGRGRAA and BNGRGRAAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BNGRGRAA is the short version of BNGRGRAAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Bank of Greece in Athens.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Greece take in Greece?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BNGRGRAAXXX to send euros to Greece?
Greece is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BNGRGRAAXXX.
What do the letters in BNGRGRAAXXX mean?
BNGR is the institution code of Bank of Greece, GR stands for Greece, AA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter BNGRGRAAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BNGRGRAAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.